145
UnclassifiedCooling
What This Code Means
Engine has begun to overheat; Engine coolant temperature has risen to an unacceptable level; Engine is operating near cooling system capacity; Engine has overheated; Coolant temperature has risen above the shutdown trip point; Coolant level is low
Possible Causes
- •Coolant leakage
- •Faulty blower fan or circulation pumps on remote radiator installations
- •Higher ambient temperature
- •Increase in load
- •Loose or damaged fan belt
- •Low coolant level
- •Obstructions to cooling airflow
Suggested Actions
- 1Allow the engine to cool down completely before proceeding with checks.
- 2Check for obstructions to cooling airflow and correct as necessary.
- 3Check the blower fan and circulation pumps on remote radiator installations.
- 4Check the coolant level and replenish if low.
- 5Check the fan belt and repair or tighten if necessary.
- 6Look for possible coolant leakage points and repair if necessary.
- 7Review fault code 151 correction list for other possible causes.
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